Ohio player scratches their way to $50K payday

Celina resident is celebrating a $50,000 win on a VIP Millions ticket, adding to the growing list of Ohio Lottery success stories
Ohio player scratches their way to $50K payday
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Celina, OH — A lucky Ohio Lottery player in Celina has claimed a $50,000 prize on the VIP Millions scratch-off, according to officials.

The winning ticket was purchased at Pak a Sak #71, located at 701 Grand Lake Road in Celina. After mandatory state and federal tax withholdings totaling 28 percent, the winner will take home approximately 36,000 dollars.

VIP Millions is a 50-dollar scratch-off game featuring a top prize of 40,000 dollars a year for 25 years. As of April 29, 38 top prizes remain unclaimed, in addition to many other cash prizes.


Key points:

  • $50,000-winning ticket sold at Pak a Sak #71 in Celina
  • Winner to receive approximately 36,000 dollars after taxes
  • 38 top prizes still remain in VIP Millions game

VIP Millions continues to deliver major prizes statewide

The Ohio Lottery’s VIP Millions game has become a popular choice for high-stakes scratch-off players. With a wide range of prize levels and significant top-tier payouts, it continues to attract winners across the state.

Winners are encouraged to sign their tickets immediately and claim prizes promptly. All scratch-off games have specific deadlines for redemption.


Lottery supports Ohio education through ticket sales

Since 1974, the Ohio Lottery has contributed more than 33 billion dollars to public education. A portion of the proceeds from every ticket sold goes toward supporting schools, student services, and state-funded education initiatives.

More information about this and other Ohio Lottery scratch-off games is available at www.ohiolottery.com.